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Gilded in 24 carat gold

This stunning silver coin is struck from 99.99% pure silver and features the 2018 Year of the Dog design gilded in spectacular 24 carat gold.

2018 Year of the Dog Design

The reverse of the coin depicts a German shepherd dog, gilded in 24 carat gold, and a pup lying in grass with Chinese peony flowers in the background. The Chinese character for 'dog' and the inscription 'Year of the Dog' also appear in the design with The Perth Mint's traditional 'P' mintmark.

04 australian lunar silver coin series ii year of the dog 2018 1oz silver gilded InCase

Lunar presentation packaging and numbered certificate

This coin can be purchased individually or capsule-only to add to the 12-coin collection. Each coin is housed in a classic black and red display case and illustrated shipper and is accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity.

Specifications

Specifications

Year 2018
Metal Silver
Silver Content (Troy oz) 1.000
Monetary Denomination (AUD) 1.00
Fineness (% purity) 99.99
Minimum Gross Weight (g) 31.107
Maximum Diameter (mm) 45.60
Maximum Thickness (mm) 2.60
Maximum Mintage 50,000
Finish Gilded
Legal Tender Australia
Effigy Ian Rank-Broadley design of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II
Designer Ing Ing Jong

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